Court of Protection Solicitor Job at Douglas Scott (Wolverhampton)

Court of Protection Solicitor

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Court of Protection Solicitor that is look...

Location

United Kingdom , Wolverhampton

Salary:

50000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5 years+ PQE with a strong Court of Protection background

Job Responsibility

advise and assist on a full range of matters in the Court of Protection such as applications for the appointment of Deputies/Management of Property & Financial

What we offer

excellent career prospects and extensive benefits package

Solicitor - Court of Protection

DACB’s Health, Care and Public Law Team provides legal advice and training to a ...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

Not provided

DAC Beachcroft

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A qualified Solicitor (including Newly Qualified up to c.2 years PQE) with prior experience or a demonstrable interest in Court of Protection and/or Mental Health law
Prior experience in Court of Protection and/or mental health work (essential)
Strong interest in healthcare law and the wider health and social care sector (essential)

Job Responsibility

Handle a varied caseload of Court of Protection and mental health work with appropriate supervision
Advise NHS clients including commissioners, ICBs, mental health trusts, and acute trusts, as well as some independent and private sector providers on a range of healthcare issues, relating to mental capacity, deprivation of liberty, care arrangements, contact disputes, and medical treatment decisions
Act as a key point of contact for clients, communicating confidently and professionally with stakeholders including courts, clinicians, and NHS bodies
Collaborate with senior lawyers including Legal Directors and Partners within the Healthcare Public Law team
Work across a range of geographically diverse matters, including potential collaboration with colleagues in Newcastle and Bristol
Support business development activity including client training sessions and sector-focused events
Build strong internal networks across the wider Health practice
Handle confidential information in line with firm protocols and ensure compliance with billing and matter management processes

Solicitor - Court of Protection

DACB’s Health, Care and Public Law Team provides legal advice and training to a ...

Location

United Kingdom , Leeds

Salary:

Not provided

DAC Beachcroft

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A qualified Solicitor (including Newly Qualified up to c.2 years PQE) with prior experience or a demonstrable interest in Court of Protection and/or Mental Health law
Prior experience in Court of Protection and/or mental health work (essential)
Strong interest in healthcare law and the wider health and social care sector (essential)
Experience gained through training contract seats or paralegal work in CoP/MH is highly desirable
Experience advising NHS bodies or claimant/patient-focused work is advantageous
Advocacy experience is beneficial but not essential, as training can be provided
Excellent client handling and relationship management skills, with confidence engaging with NHS stakeholders and clinicians
Strong communication skills with the ability to deal with sensitive and complex subject matter
Commercial awareness and a practical, solutions-focused approach rather than a purely academic legal mindset
Team-oriented with a collaborative approach and willingness to support colleagues across the wider group

Job Responsibility

Handle a varied caseload of Court of Protection and mental health work with appropriate supervision
Advise NHS clients including commissioners, ICBs, mental health trusts, and acute trusts, as well as some independent and private sector providers on a range of healthcare issues, relating to mental capacity, deprivation of liberty, care arrangements, contact disputes, and medical treatment decisions
Act as a key point of contact for clients, communicating confidently and professionally with stakeholders including courts, clinicians, and NHS bodies
Collaborate with senior lawyers including Legal Directors and Partners within the Healthcare Public Law team
Work across a range of geographically diverse matters, including potential collaboration with colleagues in Newcastle and Bristol
Support business development activity including client training sessions and sector-focused events
Build strong internal networks across the wider Health practice
Handle confidential information in line with firm protocols and ensure compliance with billing and matter management processes

What we offer

Disability Confident Scheme employer
Inclusive and accessible recruitment process
Reasonable adjustments available
Flexible working with Flex Forward scheme
Training and development
Opportunity to develop specialist expertise in a key area of healthcare law

Fulltime

Solicitor - Court of Protection (Health and Welfare)

Solicitor – Court of Protection (Health and Welfare). Are you a Solicitor or CIL...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

Not provided

Gillespie Recruitment

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with up to around 3 years' PQE
Background in Court of Protection, mental health law, family law, safeguarding, or similar vulnerable-client work
Strong communication skills with clients, colleagues, and external professionals
Confident managing sensitive and emotionally complex situations
Highly organised with excellent time-management skills
Able to work independently while contributing effectively within a team
Committed to confidentiality, compliance, and client-first practice
Experience in Health & Welfare Court of Protection work
Knowledge of Legal Aid processes
Law Society Mental Health Accreditation (or willingness to work towards it)

Job Responsibility

Manage your own caseload of Health & Welfare Court of Protection matters
Support clients who lack capacity in relation to care, treatment, and residency decisions
Act as a clear, calm, and reassuring point of contact for clients and families
Attend clients in hospitals and care settings to take instructions
Attend CPA meetings and liaise with health, social care, and rehabilitation professionals
Prepare and manage Court of Protection applications and related documentation
Confidently correspond with courts, third parties, and the Legal Aid Agency
Prepare Legal Aid applications and utilise the Legal Aid Agency portal
Ensure matters are handled with accuracy, diligence, and empathy
Record time accurately and manage files in line with internal procedures

What we offer

Competitive salary with firm-wide annual bonus scheme
Flexible working culture (35 hours per week – not a rigid 9–5)
Hybrid working with a Manchester base and occasional travel to other offices
Generous holiday allowance plus Christmas closure
Enhanced pension contributions
Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Wellbeing and retail discount schemes
Birthday and Christmas gifts
Additional long-service leave

Fulltime

Solicitor - Court of Protection

As a Court of Protection Solicitor at Stephensons, you’ll provide expert advice,...

Location

United Kingdom , Wigan

Salary:

Not provided

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or equivalent level of experience
Experience in health and welfare proceedings in the Court of Protection
Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005
Previous legal aid experience
Strong IT skills and familiarity with case management systems
Up-to-date understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules and Professional Conduct Rules
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify key issues quickly
Flexible and adaptable approach to work
Business awareness and a proactive approach to developing work in the Court of Protection field

Job Responsibility

Advising and supporting clients in Court of Protection health and welfare proceedings
Visiting vulnerable adults in care settings to provide clear, sensitive legal guidance
Drafting Court applications, preparing case action plans, and managing files with ongoing risk assessment
Representing clients in Court (subject to rights of audience) or attending hearings with Counsel
Responding promptly and professionally to clients, colleagues, experts, and the Legal Aid Agency
Managing your caseload to Legal Aid Contracting and Law Society standards
Monitoring work in progress, ensuring efficiency, profitability, and accurate billing
Delegating and supervising tasks to ensure work is carried out at the right level while developing junior staff
Keeping up to date with legal developments, training requirements, and CPD
Reducing financial exposure by managing disbursements and debtors

What we offer

Flexible/hybrid working
Generous annual leave package which increases with service
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Early monthly pay scheme
Life Assurance
Holiday sale & purchase scheme
Well-being package (financial, physical and mental health support)
Free parking
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Will writing service

Fulltime

Paralegal - Court of Protection

As a Paralegal in our Court of Protection department (Health & Welfare team), yo...

Location

United Kingdom , Wigan

Salary:

Not provided

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law degree (2:1) or relevant work experience
A-Levels
5 GCSEs including English and Maths (grade C / 4 or above)
Strong written and drafting skills
Excellent attention to detail
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Confident communication skills, including a professional telephone manner
Ability to work to tight deadlines
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Current clean full driving licence with access to a car

Job Responsibility

Assisting solicitors with progressing cases, including preparing instructions to counsel and experts
Arranging and attending conferences and meetings
Undertaking legal research
Collating, reviewing and organising evidence
Corresponding with clients, experts, professionals, colleagues and the Legal Aid Agency
Preparing and submitting Legal Aid applications
Preparing applications and key court documentation
Visiting vulnerable clients in care homes and other settings
Attending conferences, meetings and court hearings with counsel
Ensuring full compliance with client care, case management procedures and GDPR

What we offer

Generous annual leave package (increases with service)
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Early monthly pay scheme
Life assurance
Hybrid working
Holiday sale & purchase scheme*
Well‑being package (financial, physical & mental health support)
Free parking
Enhanced maternity & paternity pay*
Will writing service*

Fulltime

Senior Associate Court of Protection

This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with a recognised Partner, advis...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

60000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ PQE in Court of Protection (property & affairs focus preferred)
Experience managing or mentoring junior staff
Strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused mindset
A confident, approachable personality – someone who enjoys building relationships as much as handling complex legal work

Job Responsibility

Advising on all aspects of mental capacity and property & affairs work
Handling high-value deputyships, personal injury trusts
Overseeing a small, collaborative team of junior lawyers
Managing and mentoring junior team members
Playing a key role in business development and shaping the future of the team

What we offer

Up to 15% bonus
25 days holiday + options to purchase more
Pension contributions matched and doubled
Critical illness cover
Enhanced parental leave

Fulltime

Head of Private Client Solicitor

This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior private client solicitor who’s look...

Location

United Kingdom , Billericay, Essex

Salary:

50000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A qualified Solicitor with significant experience in private client law
Confident managing a varied caseload independently
Comfortable in a leadership or supervisory capacity
Strong on client care and able to develop and maintain trusted client relationships
Commercially minded, with a proactive approach to business development and growing the department

Job Responsibility

Managing and developing a broad caseload of private client matters including Wills, probate, and estate administration
Inheritance tax planning
Trusts and estate planning
Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters
Supervising and mentoring junior team members
Ensuring compliance and excellent service standards
Contributing to the strategic growth of the department

What we offer

A key leadership role within a well-established and respected firm
Supportive working culture with genuine autonomy
Opportunities for continued progression and long-term impact

Fulltime

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